Sous Chef

Recruiter:

Phoenix Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB000428/DB

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Location:

Bantry Bay , South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Large Hotel in Bantry Bay is looking for a Sous Chef.

The Sous Chef is responsible for the day to day running of the kitchen in conjunction with the Head Chef. The primary role is the production and delivery of food to the set standard of the hotel.

The candidate should be able to embody all the hotel’s values as well as have friendly and calm demeanour and be open to expanding his/her knowledge with the culinary team in promoting growth.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

Maximizing revenue through controlling operational efficiencies and productivities.
Maintaining operating standards (hygiene, health, safety, environmental) and quality culinary product.
Controlling operating equipment and stock and spend.
Put in place staff scheduling and duty allocations to ensure coverage.
Handle shift briefings / handovers / shift reports:
Complete opening and closing checklists.
Interact and be present on the floor during service to ensure food quality and presentation in line with standards.
Handle any special requests, special requirements, recommendations, concerns, resolution of complaints,
Contributes to month-end financial reports for the outlet (Budget vs revenue, food cost, etc).
Audit food safety standards to ensure outlet compliance with relevant legislation.
Manage staff appearance and kitchen appearance/ functioning of equipment and systems for the outlet.
Conduct maintenance and hygiene inspections in all areas of the kitchen.
Monitor health, safety, hygiene, and environmental elements in the outlet.
Manage the control and storage of stock and operating equipment as per SOP for the outlet.
Investigate variances / discrepancies and take necessary action to correct.
Monitor culinary standards and processes
Control waste for the outlet.

Requirements:

Matric certificate (Grade 12)
Formal Culinary qualification
At least 2 years+ experience as a Sous Chef / similar senior chef position at a large hotel
Well-groomed and able to present themselves in a professional manner
Must be prepared to work shifts

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